Christmas Bird Maps

Sector 5

Key locations and species

The following is a listing of key locations within this sector that may be the most  productive based on past experience.  Also noted are species that are hard to find within the count circle and are possible within the habitat of this sector. Please don't 1imit censussing to just the areas mentioned, but consider them the most important. Cover as much of the sector as your time and energy allows.  Remember, if your party splits or moves to another section, please begin a new field card. Any constructive comments about this sector would be appreciated (i.e. too big or small, access problem, other key locations). Please note actual areas covered. Also note contacts for entrance onto private property.

SECTOR 5- Rancho el Chorro I Chorro Regional Park

Check Pennington and Dairy Creeks - Rancho el Chorro, and Chorro Regional Park.   Much of this sector must be covered on foot. If owling, be alert for Screech and Pygmy Owls.

Ranch el Chorro - Check pond, around buildings for sparrows. Watch for raptor, Burrowing Owls, and Turkeys.

El Chorro Regional Park - Check peeper trees for sapsuckers.  Watch for White-tailed Kite.